Class Action and PAGA Of Counsel

1-15 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm is seeking a Class Action and PAGA Of Counsel.

Job Overview:

The Class Action and PAGA Of Counsel will defend agency charges of discrimination lawsuits involving various employment-related claims, including wage and hour class/collective actions, and provide advice and counseling on similar issues. They will represent employers in various legal proceedings, including court, administrative agencies, mediation, and arbitrations. The successful candidate must possess excellent academic credentials, a strong interest in labor and employment litigation, experience in class actions, and exceptional courtroom demeanor.

Duties:

• Handle defense of agency charges of discrimination
• Litigate lawsuits involving employment-related claims, including wage and hour class/collective actions
• Provide advice and counseling on employment laws and regulations, including anti-discrimination laws
• Represent employers in court, administrative agencies, mediations, and arbitrations
• Advise and train employers on a wide range of employment laws and regulations
• Handle a broad range of employment matters, including discrimination, contract, employment tort, wage and hour, and non-compete cases

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Competitive class ranking
• Admitted to the CA State Bar and in good standing
• Strong desire for early courtroom exposure
• Understanding of current agency (state and federal) enforcement techniques

Certifications:

• Admission to the CA State Bar

Skills:

• Excellent academic credentials
• Experience litigating class actions
• Strong courtroom demeanor
• Strong client service aptitude
• Detail-oriented
• Superior interpersonal, analytical, and writing skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organizational and project management skills

This position is based in Sacramento, CA.

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